In the fist segment, the Participants learn the methods that police use to detect possible OVI violations, then, using Fatal Vision Goggles that simulate a blood alcohol level of .17 - .20, they attempt to drive a golf cart through a course. In the second segment, Dr. Frank Miller, Lorain County Chief Deputy Coroner, gave a presentation about the duties of the Coroner's offices, as well as, the types of investigations they do.

Sgt Tibbitts and Officer Ludwig spoke to the participants about proper techniques for conducting building searches. Additionally, the participants were able to try their hand at searching rooms for a "bad guy".

In the first segment, the participants visited the police shooting range, where they learned about the different guns that the ALPD use, gun safety, and had the opportunity to use some of them. During the second segment, the participants got a visit from Officer Jared Rudduck, who shared information about, and showed off the skills of his partner, K9 Officer Ady.

Mayor Greg Zilka, along with representatives from the Avon Lake Police Department and the Avon Lake Fire Department, gathered on November 24, 2015 to present the donations received at the 2015 Big Trucks event to the Friends of the Parks, accepted by Frank Krempasky, Treasurer for Friends of the Parks.

Beth Ann Pfeifer, Board Member for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lorain County & a Big Sister, would like to encourage you volunteer to become a Big Brother or Big Sister. For more information, please call 440-277-6571, or visit BigLorainCounty.org